Psalm 61 (NASB2020)

Psalm 61

Confidence in God’s Protection.

For the music director; on a stringed instrument. A Psalm of David.

1Hear my cry, God;

Give Your attention to my prayer.

2From the end of the earth I call to You when my heart is faint;

Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

3For You have been a refuge for me,

A tower of strength against the enemy.

4Let me 61:4 Or sojourndwell in Your tent forever;

Let me take refuge in the shelter of Your wings. Selah

5¶For You have heard my vows, God;

You have given me the inheritance of those who fear Your name.

6You will 61:6 Lit add days toprolong the king’s 61:6 Lit dayslife;

His years will be like generations.

7He will 61:7 Or remain beforesit enthroned before God forever;

Appoint faithfulness and truth that they may watch over him.

8So I will sing praise to Your name forever,

That I may pay my vows day by day.

Understand Psalm 61

Walk through Psalm 61 verse by verse, then read what three commentaries say about the chapter. The explanations are written for new readers.